Description

Zebra Cookies are eye-catching bakery-style cookies made with swirls of rich chocolate and classic vanilla dough. These soft, tender cookies are simple to make yet visually stunning, making them perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday treats.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar (brown sugar recommended)
2½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Divide dough in half and mix cocoa powder into one portion.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop alternating spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate dough onto baking sheet.
Swirl gently with a toothpick or skewer to create zebra pattern.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

Avoid over-swirling to keep the zebra pattern distinct. Chilling the dough for 20–30 minutes helps maintain defined swirls and prevents spreading.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 65mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: zebra cookies, swirl cookies, chocolate vanilla cookies